by Gary Bailey | Apr 18, 2024 | Reviews, Shops, Things to do
Nestled in the scenic and bustling Arts & Crafts district of Gatlinburg, Tennessee (the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community), Two Ravens: Tool & Craft emerges as a gem for anyone passionate about authentic, handcrafted wooden art. This quaint shop, set in...
by Gary Bailey | Aug 9, 2023 | Attractions, Food, Reviews, Shops, Things to do
When one thinks of convenience stores, they often envision small outlets near gas stations, stocked with basic snacks, beverages, and perhaps a few essentials for travelers. But there exists a convenience store chain that not only shatters this perception but has also...
by Gary Bailey | Jul 21, 2023 | Attractions, Hiking, History, smoky mountains, Things to do
Nestled within the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, surrounded by an unbroken symphony of lush greenery, lies a poignant testament to a bygone era – the Walker Sisters cabin. This rustic homestead bears witness to a remarkable chapter in Appalachian history,...
by Gary Bailey | Jul 19, 2022 | Festivals, Music, Special Events, Things to do
The Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival is back for 2022, bigger and better than ever! This year’s installment once again features a slew of the very best and most successful songwriters with HUNDREDS of number one hits to their credit. The event is headlined by the...
by Gary Bailey | May 24, 2022 | Hiking, History, Nature, Photos, smoky mountains, Things to do
The Middle Prong Trail is one of the best hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains. It is strenuous, but not TOO strenuous because the trail is wide in most places and well-maintained. We would not, however, describe it as easy because it ascends the entire time (until you...
by Gary Bailey | Jan 12, 2022 | Festivals, Special Events, Things to do
The Historic Gatlinburg Inn, along with the Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival, is hosting a special event on Friday, January 28th – a songwriters spotlight featuring Bobby Tomberlin and Steve Dean, each of whom have multiple number one hit songs to their credit....